Ahtyba Rubin | Defensive Lineman

3/19/2015: Signed a one-year, $2.6 million contract. The deal included a $1 million signing bonus. Another $500,000 is available through incentives. 2015: $1.35 million (+ $250,000 in per-game roster bonuses), 2016: Free Agent

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Seahawks signed DT Ahtyba Rubin, formerly of the Browns, to a one-year contract.

Going on 29, Rubin is coming off a down year in Cleveland, but has typically been an asset against the run. On the whole a replacement-level player, Rubin will provide depth behind Tony McDaniel and Brandon Mebane. Mar 19 - 6:18 PM

Rubin fared poorly in Cleveland last season, particularly against the run. Ankle issues certainly played a role in his struggles. Seattle could use some depth at defensive tackle behind Tony McDaniel and Brandon Mebane. Signing Rubin to a one-year "prove it" deal would make the most sense. Mar 18 - 10:10 AM

Texans DC Romeo Crennel drafted Rubin in Cleveland in 2008 and coached him for one season before moving on to Kansas City. With Ryan Pickett a free agent and second-year NT Louis Nix missing his entire rookie season with wrist and knee issues, Houston is probably in the market for a veteran up front. Mar 4 - 9:17 AM

Rubin was a major part of Cleveland's league-worst run defense last season. He also struggled to stay healthy, missing three games to ankle injuries. Rubin is unlikely to find guaranteed money beyond 2015 on the open market. Feb 21 - 8:31 PM

Coleman had surgery on Saturday and was expected to miss at least six weeks. The Seahawks will go with Robert Turbin at fullback against the Panthers, with WR Phil Bates promoted to replace Coleman on special teams.